Asphalt Gray
We've categorized Asphalt Gray as a genuinely dark paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can anchor a room without demanding the spotlight so effectively. Explore our collection of 5 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#5e5e5d
LRV
11.34
Asphalt Gray in Real Rooms
Asphalt Gray has a low LRV of 11.34 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.
2 House Photos
Exterior paint earns its keep over years, not months — it needs to handle bleaching summers, wet winters, and the slow shifts of a neighborhood's context. Asphalt Gray has the depth and pigment quality to age gracefully through all of it.
Board-and-batten siding in Asphalt Gray gives this home exterior a modern, sophisticated appearance.
@gullardpainting
The Asphalt Gray exterior creates striking visual contrast against the home's architectural elements.
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1 Misc Photo
These photos show Asphalt Gray in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.
An accent wall in Asphalt Gray anchors this modern living space with bold, moody depth.
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1 Living Room Photo
The beauty of Asphalt Gray in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.
Living room walls in Asphalt Gray pair beautifully with warm wood flooring and neutral furnishings.
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1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
The depth of Asphalt Gray on kitchen cabinets is excellent for hiding the inevitable wear and tear of a busy kitchen. It's a practical choice that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of style, providing a durable-looking finish that remains elegant for years.
Kitchen cabinets finished in Asphalt Gray add contemporary edge and storage sophistication to this layout.
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Similar Colors
A 7-point LRV gap (18 vs 11) makes Iron Mountain the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 29 vs 11, Cool Ashes is decisively the brighter choice.
A 5-point LRV gap (16 vs 11) makes Welded Iron the marginally brighter of the two.
Asphalt Gray reads slightly lighter (LRV 11 vs 6), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Complementary Colors
Blueberry Whip reflects far more light (LRV 66 vs 11), opening up a space where Asphalt Gray encloses it.
A 5-point LRV gap (11 vs 7) makes Asphalt Gray the marginally brighter of the two.